SZA’s Original Plan Was a Career in Business: “I Didn’t Want to Be in Music”
“I definitely wanted to be in business..."
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Relax, Not Even Kendrick Lamar Has Made the “Ultimate Connection With Words”
Kendrick Lamar struggles to connect with his craft, and may never consider himself a master. What could be more grounding?
“‘The Sun’s Tirade’ Wouldn’t Have Happened”: Isaiah Rashad on Impact of Jay Rock’s Motorcycle Wreck
When one door closes, another opens.
Jay Rock, J. Cole, & What It Really Means to Go Mainstream
It's important to remember that "pop" is not a dirty word.
Jay Rock 'Redemption' 1 Listen Album Review
'Redemption' is a satisfying reintroduction to TDE's flagship artist.
10 Best Jay Rock Songs, Ranked
Before 'Redemption,' let's look back at the best from Rock's decade-long catalog.
Every Track on Kendrick Lamar's 'DAMN.' Is Now RIAA-Certified
Pulitzer Kenny now has 28 career RIAA certifications. Damn.
The Pursuit to Just Feel Better: One Year With SZA’s ‘Ctrl’
One year later, ‘Ctrl’ remains a daily meditation on what I do and do not deserve.
Top Dawg Threatened Spotify with TDE Catalog Removal: "I Was Willing to Get the Whole Culture to Back Out"
Too bad he doesn't understand how censorship actually works.
Jay Rock's 'Redemption' Album Will Reportedly Feature a "Dream" Collaboration with JAY-Z
Hov throws one up for Rock.
Kendrick Lamar's “Swimming Pools (Drank)” Beat Was Originally a Demo for Trey Songz
The lead single from 'good kid, m.A.A.d city' was almost an R&B jam.
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘DAMN.’ Wins First-Ever Pulitzer Prize in Music For a Hip-Hop Album
There's levels to this shit.
Kendrick Lamar is Hip-Hop's Trojan Horse
One of hip-hop's very best, most popular MCs has one of the darkest, mainstream discographies.
SZA on GRAMMY Snubs: It's "Bigger Than Me and a Fucking Trophy"
“We’re changing little girls’ lives across the world.”
Kendrick Lamar on Embracing Fans of All Races: “It’s Bigger Than Just My Story”
Touring the globe forever changed the TDE MC's perspective.
Kendrick Lamar Names the Two "Big Inspirations" Behind His Visual Mastery
For more than a decade, the pair authored up some of the most inventive, unique and memorable sets of visuals.
Producer Kurtis McKenzie Shares His 'Black Panther' Soundtrack Beat Placement Story
"Kendrick texts back like 20 fire emojis."
SiR Just Wants to Sing for His Fans
"I make music because I love it and I appreciate my fans because they afford me that privilege."